Correctional assessment, casework, and counseling

This book combines the latest in sociology, psychology, and biology to present evidence-based research on what works in community and institutional corrections. It spans from the theoretical underpinning of correctional counseling to concrete examples and tools necessary for professionals in the field. This book equips readers with the ability to understand what we should do, why we should do it, and tools for how to do it in the field. It discusses interviewing, interrogating, and theories of directive and nondirective counseling, including group counseling. It discusses the strengths and weaknesses of various correctional approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapies, group counseling, and therapeutic communities. It introduces ethical and legal considerations for correctional professionals. With an explanation of the presentence investigation report, case management, and appendices containing a variety of classification and assessment instruments, this volume provides practical, hands-on experience. Students of criminal justice, psychology and social work will gain an understanding of the unique challenges to correctional success and practical applications of their studies. "This book is a teacher/student/practitioner's dream. Grounded in theory and evidence-based research on best practices, it is accessible, well-written, filled with sound insights and tools for working with criminal justice clients. I have used and loved each new edition of this fine text."--Dorothy S. McClellan, Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Chapter 1 . Introduction -- Chapter 2. The Self: Principal Tool Of The Correctional Helper -- Chapter 3. Interviewing and Interrogating -- Chapter 4. The Presentence Investigation Report -- Chapter 5. Assessment Tools and Guidelines In Community Corrections -- Chapter 6. Assessment and Classification In Institutional Corrections -- Chapter 7. Nondirective Counseling: Theory and Practice -- Chapter 8. Directive Counseling: Theory and Practice -- Chapter 9. Cognitive- Behavioral Approaches -- Chapter 10. Group Counselling In Institutional Settings -- Chapter 11. Using Community Agencies and Volunteers In Case Management -- Chapter 12. Therapeutic Communities In Correctional Institutions -- Chapter 13. Legal Aspects Of Casework And Counseling -- Chapter 14. Alcohol And The Criminal Offender -- Chapter 15. Illegal Drugs And The Criminal Offender -- Chapter 16. The Sex Offender -- Chapter 17. Mentally Ill And Mentally Deficient Offenders -- Chapter 18. The Juvenile Delinquent -- Chapter 19. The Female Offender -- Chapter 20. The Elderly Offender.